Senior Business Analyst (San Francisco) Job at Academia.edu, San Francisco, CA

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  • Academia.edu
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

About Academia.edu

Academia.edu is a venture-backed, for-profit company based in San Francisco. We are recognized as the worlds leading platform for researchers and scholars to share work, discover research, and connect with academics globally. Our vision is to democratize and accelerate the worlds research, enhancing the speed of scientific discovery and technological progress for the benefit of everyone. We imagine a world where accessing academic papers is effortless, keeping track of cutting-edge research is seamless, and collaborating with researchers is easier than ever before. Our platform empowers millions of scholars worldwide to push the boundaries of human understanding. We believe in the power of knowledge to change lives and our commitment to this mission drives everything we do.

Join us as we continue to redefine whats possible in the world of research. Discover careers that challenge, inspire, and propel you toward a future where your ideas can truly change the world. At Academia.edu, were shaping the future of possibilities.

Please note that this role is in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our office comes alive on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Three times a week, our Bay Area team gathers in our office located in San Franciscos Financial District (580 California St) for All Hands meetings, collaborative sessions, innovation-driven brainstorming, and events that bring us closer together. Our space has everything we needfrom 1:1 mentoring and focused work rooms to larger spaces for team activities.

About The Role

As a Senior Business Analyst at Academia.edu, you will play a pivotal role in identifying growth opportunities through data analysis, helping product teams deliver value to users and drive business success. Youll be embedded in a cross-functional product team, which includes a product manager, product designer, engineers, and user researchers, all collectively focused on owning and advancing a specific product or initiative. Teams rotate every 6 to 12 months to maintain dynamic work environments and encourage fresh ideas.

You will tackle complex challenges, such as improving the academic publishing market or enhancing global connection and collaboration among academics. Academia.edu is a data-driven organization, and your analytic expertise will have a significant impact. If youre excited about using data to uncover growth opportunities, analyze test results, and provide actionable insights to product teams and leadership, wed love to hear from you.

How Youll Contribute

  • Identify and proactively pursue opportunities for business growth and scalability within your team and across the organization.
  • Gather, analyze, and interpret data to inform product strategy and support the product roadmap.
  • Define and track key performance metrics, design and maintain dashboards, and lead business reporting for your product team.
  • Design, run, and analyze experiments to drive insights and inform decision-making.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years of consulting experience with one of the following firms: Bain, McKinsey, BCG, Oliver Wyman, or LEK, followed by at least 1 year of experience in a B2C software company. (Candidates not meeting these criteria will not be considered.)
  • Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking to business challenges and identify strategic opportunities.
  • Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets for data analysis and reporting.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a track record of influencing decision-making in cross-functional teams.
  • Self-starter with a results-oriented mindset, capable of driving outcomes independently.

The Tools Youll Use To Succeed

  • Familiarity with the following tools is beneficial but not required. If you bring strong business problem-solving skills, were prepared to support your technical development:
  • SQL and databases (Redshift preferred) for writing structured, efficient queries on large datasets.
  • Python or R (a plus, but not required).
  • Mode for dashboards and DBT for data transformations (or similar tools).

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents
  • Generous Time Off: 21 paid vacation days, 12 paid company holidays, and unlimited sick days; paid parental leave and other leaves for lifes needs; 6-week paid sabbatical every 4 years
  • Flexible Work Arrangements: Flexible daily schedules within a hybrid work environment, annual remote-office budget, and monthly WFH internet stipend
  • Competitive Compensation: Competitive salary, 401k plan, and stock options
  • Mission-Driven Company: Join a mission-driven company to accelerate and democratize the worlds research

Learn more on our Careers Page!

Academia is an equal-opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Work from home, Worldwide, Flexible hours,

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